2026 EditionOperator Resource
Oversized Load Support
Rate Guide 2026
Bucket truck escorts, route survey engineering, police escorts, and specialty cost factors by region. Rates vary by region, demand, and load complexity.
Disclaimer: Rates are estimates. Final pricing requires detailed project assessment. Not a binding contract.
1. Bucket Truck Escorts (Utility / Line Lift)
⚠ SpecialtyFor loads requiring utility line lifting. Day rates include mobilization.
Per-Mile Rates by Region
Southeast$ – $/mi
Midwest / Northeast$ – $/mi
West Coast / Canada$ – $/mi
Hourly Rates by Region
Southeast$ – $/hr
Midwest / Northeast$ – $/hr
West Coast / Canada$ – $/hr
Day Rate (National)
$ – $/day
Mobilization fees apply.
2. Route Survey Breakdown (Engineering)
⚠ EngineeringPer survey/day. Includes height/bridge clearance, route mapping.
Complexity Factors: Urban Areas/High Traffic, Bridge Structures (Vertical/Weight), Multi-State Coordination.
| Distance | Southeast | Midwest / Northeast | West Coast / Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 miles | $ – $ | $ – $ | $ – $ |
| 101–300 miles | $ – $ | $ – $ | $ – $ |
| 301–500 miles | $ – $ | $ – $ | $ – $ |
| 500+ miles | $ – $ | $ – $ | $ – $ |
3. Police Escorts (State & Local)
⚠ Required >17' widthState Escort
$/hr
Local / Municipal
$/hr
Note: Police escort required for loads exceeding 17' width in most jurisdictions. Check state-specific requirements.
4. Optional Cost Factors & Safety Premiums
Urban Coordination
$ – $
Standby
$ – $/hr
Multi-Agency Coordination
$ – $
After-Hours
1.25× base rate multiplier
Weekend / Seasonal
+10–25%
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